Best time to visit Greece: When to travel to Greece?

Greece is located in the sunny southeast of Europe and impresses countless tourists every year with its crystal clear Mediterranean Sea, amazing ancient temples, centuries-old monasteries and of course delicious food. Whether you prefer relaxing on the beach or sailing on the sparkling Greek sea, you won't be disappointed with your trip to Greece. The country has the most beautiful islands and hills where you can watch breathtaking sunsets and drink your ouzo while toasting to life. To make your trip to Greece a complete success, you should consider the best time to travel.

In principle, Greece can be visited all year round, but the most popular travel time is the peak season from May to September. More and more travelers try to avoid the very hot months of July and August and choose spring or autumn for their trip. However, depending on the region or planned activity, the optimal time can change a bit. In this article you will find all the necessary information about the best times to travel for each region and island.

Climate and weather

Due to its location in southeastern Europe, Greece basically has a Mediterranean climate. The summer months are predominantly hot and dry and the temperatures sometimes rise to well above 30°C. Especially in the interior of the country, however, there may be isolated summer thunderstorms. Winters in Greece, on the other hand, tend to be mild and rainy, with snowfall even possible in mountainous regions. Winter temperatures vary greatly depending on the region. The average maximum temperature is 12°C and the average minimum temperature is 4°C.

Best time to travel for individual regions & islands

Since the best time to travel can vary depending on the region or island, we have listed below a table with the respective recommended travel times:

Best time to visit for culture & sightseeing

Greece is full of history and cultural treasures. From white architecture to majestic relics of the ancient Greeks, there is something for everyone to see. For sightseeing and culture enthusiasts, the months outside the peak beach season are best, as at this time the temperatures are very pleasant and there are not so many tourists on the islands and the mainland. So the months from April to June and from September to October are best for this.

Best time for sailing & island hopping

If you want to discover the beauty of the Greek islands on an island hopping trip or on a sailing tour, the months from April to October are best suited. Before and after this time there can be more storms, which can quickly disturb and endanger the experience of gently gliding over crystal clear waters. During these months, the sea also has a pleasant bathing temperature and nothing stands in the way of jumping into the sea from the boat.

Greece will surely be able to conquer your heart at any time of the year and if you now feel like exploring the Ionian Sea and the enchanting Greek islands on a sailboat, we have the perfect Greece-Adventure for you!